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Contact SupplierBay leaves are typically dark green, glossy, and have a lanceolate (narrow, elongated oval) shape. They are leathery in texture and can measure between 2 to 4 inches (5 to 10 cm) in length. Bay leaves are harvested from the bay laurel tree, which can reach heights of up to 40 feet (12 meters). These trees are evergreen and can be grown in Mediterranean-like climates.The best time to harvest bay leaves is in late spring or early summer.After harvesting, the leaves are spread out in a single layer to dry. They can be dried in the sun, in a dehydrator, or in an oven at a very low temperature.